Pump Installation and Service Manual

SHEF30
Submersible Pump/Effluent Pump

NOTE! To the installer: Please make sure you provide

this manual to the owner of the pumping equipment or to
the responsible party who maintains the system.
 2. Risk of Electrical Shock: the bottom of sump if it is not
General Connect only to a properly solid. Raise the pump by
Information grounded receptacle. placing bricks or concrete
blocks underneath it.
Septic tank is to be vented
in accordance with local 5. Use steel or plastic pipe for all
Thank you for purchasing your plumbing codes. connecting lines between
Hydromatic® pump. To help pump and sewer outlet.
ensure years of trouble-free Do not smoke or use sparkable
operation, please read the electrical devices or flame in a
following manual carefully. septic (gaseous) or possible NOTE: Some city regulations
septic sump. do not allow installing a
If a septic sump condition may pump with plastic pipe. Check
Before Operation: exist and if entry into sump is local regulations.
Read the following instructions necessary, then (1) provide
carefully. Reasonable care and proper safety precautions per
safe methods should be practiced. OSHA requirements and (2) 6. Hydromatic check valve
Check local codes and do not enter sump until should be installed in
requirements before installation. these precautions are strictly discharge pipe, at least twelve
adhered to. inches above the discharge
outlet of the pump. Install
Attention: Do not install pump in location check valve with arrow
This manual contains important classified as hazardous per pointing in the direction
information for the safe use of N.E.C., ANSI/NFPA 70 - 1999. of flow.
this product. Read this manual Failure to heed above cautions 7. A shutoff valve should also
completely before using this could result in injury or death. be used.
product and refer to it often for
continued safe product use. 8. Connect to power source using
DO NOT THROW AWAY OR Installation 3-prong grounded 115 volt AC
receptacle. Do not remove
LOSE THIS MANUAL. Keep it
in a safe place so that you may
Instructions ground pin from electrical
refer to it often. plug. Do not use an
These important instructions must extension cord.
be followed for satisfactory 9. For proper automatic operation
WARNING: Before handling performance of your pump. make sure the pump power
these pumps and controls, Before installation, check cord is plugged into the back
always disconnect the power your local electrical and of the “piggyback” receptacle
first. Do not smoke or use plumbing codes. on the switch cord. Also ensure
sparkable electrical devices or that the piggyback plug is
flames in a septic (gaseous) or 1. Provide proper sump
securely plugged into the 115
possible septic sump. Minimum Sump Diameter volt grounded receptacle.
SHEF30 18" 10.If shutoff valve is used in the
discharge line, ensure that the
Pump Approx. Turn-On & -Off Level valve is open.
Warning SHEF30 On 9-1/2" 11.To ensure that the pump is
Off 3-1/2" properly installed, fill basin
2. Make sure float (automatic with enough water to activate
To reduce risk of electrical shock: models) hangs free. It should pump (see #1 -Turn-on and -off
not come into contact with levels). Allow pump to go
side or bottom of sump pit. through several on-off cycles
1. Risk of Electrical Shock: to assure satisfactory operation.
This pump has not been 3. Make sure sump is free of
investigated for use in string, cloth, nails, gravel, etc. 12.Use pump submerged for
swimming pool areas. before installing pump. pumping waterlike liquids
(temperature to 120°F).
4. Do not set pump directly on
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 CAUTION: Do not pump WARNING: Always disconnect take to authorized service
flammable liquids, strong the pump from power source center for check.
chemicals or salt water. before handling or making any Pump runs but does not
adjustments. Always wear deliver water.
rubber boots when there is
13.In applications where the water on the floor and you must 1. Check valve may be installed
pump may sit idle for months unplug the pump or make any backward. Arrow on valve
at a time, it is recommended adjustments. points in direction of flow.
that the pump(s) be cycled 2. Discharge shutoff valve, if
every few months to ensure the used, may be closed.
pumping system is working NOTE: Automatic thermal
properly when needed. overload protects the sealed-in- 3. Pump may be air locked. Start
oil motor. Running dry may and stop several times by
14.An audible alarm, such as plugging and unplugging cord.
the Hydromatic Q-Alert for overheat the motor and activate
the overload protector until the Hydromatic pumps have
high water conditions, should a small air vent hole in
be installed for additional unit cools.
the impeller cavity to let out
protection against high trapped air. If this hole
water conditions. Pump does not run or just hums.
becomes plugged, pump may
1. Line circuit breaker may be air lock. To break the air
off, or fuse may be blown lock, use a small screwdriver
NOTE: The Q-Alert alarm or loose.
panel is for indoor use only. to clear hole in the
For applications and product 2. Water level in sump may be impeller cavity.
information, contact your too low to activate automatic As a secondary precaution in
Hydromatic distributor. switch. See installation for installations of this type —
proper on/off levels. 1 ⁄ 16" hole should be drilled in
3. Pump and/or switch cord plug the discharge pipe below the
Your pump warranty is void... may not be making contact check valve. The check valve
If... power cord has been cut. in receptacle. should be 12 to 18 inches
If... pump has been used to 4. If pump is using the series above pump discharge. Do not
pump mud, cement, tar, (piggyback) cord plug, the two put check valve directly into
abrasives or chemicals. plugs may not be plugged pump discharge opening.
If... pump has been used for together tightly.
pumping of hot water 5. Float may be stuck. Be sure NOTE: In sumps where the
(above 120°F). float operates freely in basin. pump is operating daily, air
If... pump has been dismantled 6. If the unit is being operated by locking rarely occurs.
by other than authorized the optional float control
Hydromatic service center switch, unplug the pump from 4. Pump head may be too high.
or distributor. the piggyback receptacle and Pump cannot deliver water
plug the pump directly into the over 24' vertical lift.
power source. If the pump Horizontal distance does not
Pump starts each time it is plugged
directly into the receptacle and
affect pumping, except for
friction loss through the pipe.
Troubleshooting does not start each time when
5. Inlet in pump base may be
plugged into the piggyback
switch with the float raised up clogged. Remove pump and
Servicing should be performed to a start position, replace the clean out openings.
only by an authorized complete piggyback switch 6. Impeller or volute openings
Hydromatic service center. assembly and retest with may be plugged or partially
new assembly. plugged. Remove pump and
7. If all symptoms check OK, clean out.
motor winding may be open;

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Pump runs and pumps out 5. Defective motor stator; return 2. Impeller or volute openings
sump but does not stop. to authorized Hydromatic may be plugged or partially
1. Float is stuck in up position. service center for verification. plugged. Remove pump and
Be sure float is not hung up clean out.
and operates freely in basin. Motor runs for short time 3. Pump impeller may be
2. Switch contacts may be stuck; then stops. Then after short partially clogged causing
replace switch. period starts again. Indicates motor to run slow,
tripping overload caused by resulting in motor overload.
Pump runs but delivers only Clear impeller.
small amount of water. symptom shown.
1. Inlet in pump base may be 4. Defective motor stator: return
1. Pump may be air locked. Start to authorized Hydromatic
and stop several times by clogged. Remove pump and
clean out openings. service center.
plugging and unplugging cord.
Check vent hole in pump case
for plugging.
2. Pump head may be too
high. Pump cannot deliver
water over 24' vertical lift.
Horizontal distance does not
affect pumping, except loss
due to friction through
discharge pipe.
3. Inlet in pump base may be
clogged. Remove pump and
clean out openings.
4. Impeller or volute openings
may be plugged or partially
plugged. Remove pump and
clean out.
5. Pump impeller may be
partially clogged causing
motor to run slow, resulting
in motor overload. Clear
impeller.

Fuse blows or circuit breaker SHEF30 Performance Curve

trips when pump starts.
1. Inlet in pump base may be
clogged. Remove pump and
clean out openings.
2. Impeller or volute openings
may be plugged or partially
plugged. Remove pump and
clean out.
3. Pump impeller may be
partially clogged causing
motor to run slow, resulting
in motor overload. Clear
impeller.
4. Fuse size or circuit breaker is
too small.
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SHEF30
Typical Installation

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SHEF30
Parts List

Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty. Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty.

1 26230A000 Ring Handle 1 15 600-053-1 Wire with Terminal 1

2 14981-001-1 Pipe Plug 1 16 139-014-1 O-Ring 1
3 8507-202-2 Motor Housing 1 17 75-005-1 Cord Nut 1
4 834-030-1 O-Ring 1 18 14623-010-1 Power Cord 10' 1
5 14770-005-1 Pan Screw 6 18 14623-020-1 Power Cord 20' 1
6 14770-002-1 Pan Screw 3 19 8521-001-1 Bottom Plate 1
7 13507-001-1 Leg 3
8 14770-006-1 Pan Screw 2 FOR AUTOMATIC OPERATION
9 8498-003-1 Impeller 1 NOT 14470-010-7 WIDE ANGLE SWITCH KIT 10' 1
10 5484-003-1 Seal (Rotating) 1 SHOWN 14470-020-7 WIDE ANGLE SWITCH KIT 20' 1
11 5484-001-1 Seal (Stationary) 1 51752-100-7 DIAPHRAGM SWITCH 10' 1
12 14581-500-1 Motor Assembly 1 51752-101-7 DIAPHRAGM SWITCH 20' 1
13 145-001-1 Stator Screw 2 13869-510-5 VERTICAL SWITCH 10' 1
14 14770-001-1 Screw 1 13869-520-5 VERTICAL SWITCH 20'

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 LIMITED WARRANTY
HYDROMATIC warrants to the original consumer purchaser (“Purchaser” or “You”) of HYDROMATIC Sump
Pumps, Effluent Pumps, Sewage Pumps (other than 2-1/2"), and Package Systems, that they will be free from
defects in material and workmanship for the Warranty Period of 36 months from date of manufacture.

Our warranty will not apply to any product that, in our sole judgement, has been subject to negligence,
misapplication, improper installation, or improper maintenance. Without limiting the foregoing, operating a
three phase motor with single phase power through a phase converter will void the warranty. Note also that
three phase motors must be protected by three-leg, ambient compensated, extra-quick trip overload relays of
the recommended size or the warranty is void.
Your only remedy, and HYDROMATIC’s only duty, is that HYDROMATIC repair or replace defective products
(at HYDROMATIC’s choice). You must pay all labor and shipping charges associated with this warranty and
must request warranty service through the installing dealer as soon as a problem is discovered. No request
for service will be accepted if received after the Warranty Period has expired. This warranty is not transferable.
EXCEPTIONS: Hydromatic Special Application Pumps, Battery Back-Up Sump Pumps, Filtered Effluent
Pumps, Grinder Pumps, and 2-1/2" Sewage Pumps are warranted for a period of 12 months from date of
purchase or 18 months from date of manufacture, whichever comes first.
HYDROMATIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONTINGENT
DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES
SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on
the duration of an implied warranty, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to You. This warranty
gives You specific legal rights and You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
This warranty supersedes and replaces all previous warranty publications.

HYDROMATIC
740 East 9th Street, Ashland, OH 44805
Phone: 888-957-8677 • Fax: 888-840-7867 • Web Site: http://www.hydromatic.com

– Your Authorized Local Distributor –

USA CANADA
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Part # 5625-365-1 Item # W-03-365 Rev. 9/22/09